Tattoo Shop in Reno
Evolution Tattoo is one of Reno's premier tattoo studios. Custom work, portraits, cover-ups, and professional body piercing from a talented, friendly, and professional team. Walk in or book an appointment.
Services
Quality over everything. Great work and satisfied customers come first — every tattoo and piercing is done with care, precision, and a friendly, professional crew.
Custom Tattoos
From first-idea consultations to fully realized custom pieces, our artists design tattoos built around you.
Portraits
Lifelike black & grey and color portraits that capture the people, pets, and moments that matter most.
Cover-Ups
Turn an old or unwanted tattoo into something you love with expert cover-up and rework specialists.
Fine Line
Delicate, precise linework for minimalist designs, script, and intricate detail that ages beautifully.
Traditional
Bold outlines and timeless American traditional flash done the way the classics were meant to be.
Black & Grey
Smooth shading and depth, from soft grey washes to high-contrast, statement black & grey work.
Script & Lettering
Custom lettering, names, and quotes with clean, readable style that stands the test of time.
Anime
Anime and manga-inspired tattoos, from favorite characters to bold panels done with true-to-style detail.
Full Color
Vibrant, saturated color work with smooth blends and lasting brightness that makes each piece pop.
Body Piercing
Professional, safe, and sanitary body piercing using high-quality jewelry and proper aftercare.
Voted Best Tattoo Shop in Reno
Year after year, our clients and community keep voting Evolution Tattoo the best in the Biggest Little City. We don't take it for granted.
4x
Best of RN&R
First Place — 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025
4x
Best of Reno
Winner — 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024
Top 3
Three Best Rated
Best Tattoo Shops in Reno — 2025
Meet the Artists
Every artist at Evolution brings their own style to the table. Meet the full crew below, then explore each portfolio to find the right artist for your next piece.
Shop Talk
Tattoo Cover Up Reno: How We Turn Old Ink into Something You Love
Regret an old tattoo? Our tattoo cover-up artists at Evolution Tattoo Reno turn unwanted ink into art you love.
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Tattoo Parlors in Reno Nevada: What to Expect Before You Walk In
New to tattoo parlors in Reno, Nevada? Here is how pricing, walk-ins, and your first visit work at Evolution Tattoo.
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Reno Tattoo Artists: How to Find the Right One for Your Next Piece
Comparing Reno tattoo artists? Learn how to pick the right one and what to look for before you book at Evolution Tattoo.
6 min readLet's Make Your Next Tattoo
Walk in or book an appointment. Stop by the shop on South Virginia Street or give us a call to get started with one of our artists.